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Chikaire, J.U., Nwakwasi, R.N., Godson-Ibeji, C.C. & Chikezie, N.P. (2016). An Analysis of the Perceived Effects of Climate Change on the Health of Rural Farmers in Okigwe Agricultural Zone of Imo State, Nigeria Mayfair Journal of Agriculture Development in Emerging Economies Volume 1, Issue 2, Pp 32-42 first appeared on Mayfair Journals.

The objectives of this study were to determine the influence of consumer attitude towards adoption of climate change adaptation measures and to explore whether the socio-demographics of the consumers have any effects on the adoption of the measures. The study was conducted using a questionnaire to query respondent consumers. A 500 useful survey was analysed with Stata 12 statistical software. Descriptive statistics, factor analysis, reliability test and ordered probit regression model functions were used to generate the results. The results revealed that the consumer attitude towards climate change was positive and also indicated the standpoint from where actions are required. The outcomes of the socio-demographic variable were significant but mixed for the various characteristics of the variable. These outcomes have implications for the actions against climate change. It is important to deepen positively; consumer attitude towards climate change through continuous creation of awareness and enlightenment. The use of role models and opinion leaders is inevitable; their positive actions against climate change will help in the formation of positive attitude and behaviours towards the phenomenon. The limitation of the study included the nature of the questions. The survey questions were explicit in nature and may not actually reflect the actual behaviour of the consumers. Implicit approach which involves the observation of the demonstrated behaviours of the survey respondents is recommended.

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Osadebamwen Anthony Ogbeide and Ideba Ele (2016). Consumer Attitude, Socio-demographics and Adoption of Climate Change Measures. Mayfair Journal of Agriculture Development in Emerging Economies Vol. 1, Iss. No.2, Pp 12-31 first appeared on Mayfair Journals.

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Osadebamwen Anthony Ogbeide (2016). Mayfair Journal of Agriculture Development in Emerging Economies Vol. 1, Iss. No.2, Pp 1-11 first appeared on Mayfair Journals.

Agriculture is a commonly used strategy for providing employment to young people particularly in the developing countries. One of the reasons why this strategy has not been successful is that resources are directed to too many young people that have no interest in agriculture and are not suited to living in the rural areas where agriculture is practiced. The objectives of this paper include to investigate if socio-demographic characteristics influence young people choice of locality; develop measurement scale for measuring the interest dimension of young people’s involvement with agriculture; and to determine if correlation exists between locality and interest in agriculture. This study was conducted in Edo State, Nigeria using young student respondents. The result indicates there is a relationship between social demographics and the locality of young people. The study also indicates a correlation exist between locality of young people and their interest in agriculture. Young people from rural background are more inclined to consider agriculture as an employment and are more interested in its development. Therefore the agricultural policy of the government must be redefined with the intent of applying the rule of comparative advantage in engaging the young people in agriculture. The generalisation of the study should be made with caution as the sample size was small and most of the references used are from countries that are different socio-culturally.

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Osadebamwen Anthony Ogbeide, Ideba Ele & Emmanuel Ikheloa (2015). Young People and Agricultural Employment: Locality and Interest Factors, Mayfair Journal of Agriculture Development in Emerging Economies Vol. 1 Iss. 1 Pp 1-13 first appeared on Mayfair Journals.

The popularity of wine in the alcoholic beverage market is growing in Nigeria and is projected to hit US$370 million this year – 2015. From the differences in culture and orientation of Nigerians, it is not clear whether the growth in the wine market is as a result of the changes in the social demographics, taste or preference of consumers. The objective of this study is to deconstruct the factors that influence the Nigeria wine market and to generate an understanding of the consumption pattern and preference. The study was conducted in the southern part of Nigeria in the cities of Calabar, Port Harcourt, Lagos, Ibadan, Enugu and Onitsha. A convenience sampling method used intercept consumers at supermarket, wine retail stores, restaurants and bars. The data on 487 respondents was analysed. The results show educational qualification, age, occupation, marital status and household income influence frequency of wine consumption. Furthermore it was revealed that despite the strong preference for foreign wines, Nigerian consumers are still ethnocentric about local brand and palm wine. The result also showed that wine taste is the most important consideration in the choice of wine at purchase. A future study that assesses the impact of price on wine consumer behaviour is recommended.

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Osadebamwen Anthony Ogbeide & Ideba Ele (2015). Nigeria Wine Market: The Implications of Consumers’ Socio-demographics and Preference. Mayfair Journal of Agriculture Development in Emerging Economies, 1 (1), 14-30 first appeared on Mayfair Journals.